World Trade Organization

US Lawmakers Say Farm Support for China WTO Wavering

The Wall Street Journal By MARK H. ANDERSON WASHINGTON--- U.S. lawmakers Wednesday said farm state support of China's ascension to the World Trade Organization is wavering amid numerous worries about the country's record and conduct, including its resolve to honor trade pacts on agricultural products.

US Pressures China to Implement Meat Comittment

WASHINGTON, March 1 (Reuters) - U.S. officials warned China on Wednesday that slow implementation of a wheat, meat and citrus agreement could damage its reputation as a reliable trade partner ahead of a key congressional vote.

Clinton Urges China Trade Deal

By ANNE GEARAN Associated Press Writer ASHBURN, Va. (AP) - As part of a lobbying effort to convince Congress to pass a trade deal opposed by organized labor, President Clinton said Wednesday his administration will take members of Congress to China for a firsthand look at business opportunities there.

China Wheat - U.S. Deal May Not Affect Imports

By Nailene Chou Wiest SHANGHAI, Feb 29 (Reuters) - China's pledge to buy 50,000 tonnes of U.S. wheat was not expected to affect purchases from other exporters, industry sources said on Tuesday. "The significance is that wheat from the northwestern United States is now accepted in China," said a state grain firm analyst.

Brazil Concerned Over U.S. Proposal To Label Tuna Products as ""Dolphin-Safe""

GENEVA--Brazil has expressed its concern about a U.S. proposal, which could lead to the creation of an official mark for the labeling of tuna products deemed "dolphin-safe."

China to Benefit from WTO Entry - People""s Daily

BEIJING, Feb 28 (Reuters) - In another sign of Beijing's desire to enter the World Trade Organisation (WTO), the People's Daily said on Monday China will benefit rather than lose from memebership.

White House Presses for Swift Vote on China Pact

By Adam Entous WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The Clinton administration said on Monday it would rush legislation to Congress clearing the way for a contentious vote on a landmark trade agreement with China, after key lawmakers warned that time was running out for a vote this year.

Brazil, Argentina Sign Farm Trade Agreements

By Gilbert Le Gras BUENOS AIRES, Feb 28 (Reuters) - Agriculture officials from Brazil and Argentina, South America's leading food producers, signed a food safety protocol in Buenos Aires on Monday as well as a "Made in Mercosur" marketing plan.

China Steps Up Attack on U.S. Report on Rights

By Paul Eckert BEIJING (Reuters) - China stepped up its attack on Sunday against a U.S. report alleging worsening human rights in the country, with state-run media turning the tables and criticizing American racial problems, poverty and violence.

Agriculture: Anti-Dumping Route to Eliminate Export Subsidies

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